Hobbies and interests
Rock Climbing
Weightlifting
Crocheting
Acting And Theater
Advocacy And Activism
Anime
Anthropology
Chess
Disc Golf
Gender Studies
Hiking And Backpacking
Meditation and Mindfulness
Mental Health
Psychiatry
Writing
Volunteering
Saxophone
Reading
Adult Fiction
Adventure
Anthropology
Classics
Cultural
Fantasy
I read books daily
Kelsey Lagaly
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Hi there! I’m Kelsey and I'm a nursing student at Texas A&M University. I decided to back to school at the age of 32 because I want to make a positive impact on the world, and I believe a career in nursing will give me countless opportunities to genuinely enhance the lives of others. I hope to be a nurse who advocates for marginalized and underserved populations - to give a voice to those whose voices have been traditionally ignored or muted.
I have also been in recovery from a substance abuse disorder for nearly 7 years. Getting and staying sober was the hardest thing I have ever done, but I would not erase my struggles if I could. My experiences have informed my passion. My ultimate aspiration is to become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), where I will be able to treat individuals struggling with mental health and substance use disorders.
Education
Texas A&M University- College Station
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
GPA:
4
University of Central Arkansas
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Philosophy
Minors:
- Religion/Religious Studies
GPA:
3.3
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Career
Dream career field:
Mental Health Care
Dream career goals:
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Medical Assistant
Texan Anesthesiology Association2021 – 20232 yearsUndergraduate Research Assistant
Texas A&M University2024 – Present10 monthsHealth Center Assistant
Planned Parenthood2019 – 20201 yearLead Medical Assistant
Makana Path Detox and Treatment Facility2020 – 20211 year
Sports
Softball
Club2004 – 20062 years
Awards
- Lake Hamilton All-Stars Team
Research
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Texas A&M University — Research Assistant2024 – PresentPhilosophy and Religious Studies, Other
University of Central Arkansas Philosophy and Religion Department — Author2016 – 2017
Arts
Stardust Jazz Band (Professional Jazz Band)
Music2009 – 2010Lake Hamilton High School Band
BandAll Region Band (2007-2010); Four-States Honors Jazz Band (2007-2010); Section Leader and Soloist (2007-2010)2006 – 2010Thespian Troupe 1699
TheatreGrease (Frenchy), Captive Audience (Laura), Find Me a Primitive Man (Third Place Duet Acting at State Thespian Festival)2008 – 2010
Public services
Volunteering
Omega Recovery, Nova Recovery, and Cross Creek Hospital — Guest Speaker2018 – PresentVolunteering
Alcoholics Anonymous — Sponsor2018 – PresentVolunteering
Austin Harm Reduction Coalition — Advocate2022 – Present